Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 08, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The Zambian Open University (ZAOU) is an institution of high standing both locally and internationally, which is registered with the Higher Education Authority (HEA), and whose vision is “to be an internationally recognized Open University providing quality education through distance and blended learning.” The University is now looking for self-motivated and suitably qualified individuals to fill the following positions:
1. REGIONAL MANAGER (Southern Province) (01)
1.0 Purpose: To provide strategic direction, leadership and excellence in the development and management of University programmes and activities at regional level. .

Key responsibilities
• Promoting the University Vision, Mission, Core Values and Strategic Objectives in all aspects of regional activities;
• Contributing to the development and successful implementation of the University policies, Strategic Plan, Annual Work Plans and Annual Budgets;
• Marketing/promoting the University programmes and services;
• Facilitating recruitment, admission and registration of students;
• Managing the development and delivery of extension programmes (short courses/workshops/seminars and conferences);
• Managing the storage and distribution of teaching and learning materials (modules, assignments and related instructional resources);
• Providing responsive learner support services;
• Managing the Regional Centre’s human, financial and material resources;
• Securing and managing physical facilities required for university activities;
• Facilitating the recruitment, training and supervision of part – time lecturers/tutors;
• Arranging and managing residential schools and local tutorial services;
• Supervising marking of assignments by part –time lecturers/tutors;
• Managing examinations;
• Liaising with relevant/collaborating/partner institutions and organisations;
• Establishing and supervising district study centres, where appropriate;
• Producing periodic reports on all the activities of the Regional Centre;
• Teaching in one’s area of specialization;
• Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the University Management.

Skills and personal attributes
• Strong interpersonal skills and exceptional writing and oral communication skills
• Proven computer skills including ability to manage computer based administrative databases, and student record management system.
• Good planning and organization skills
• Strong team leadership skills and ability to motivate and inspire subordinates
• Demonstrable problem solving and decision-making skills

Qualifications and Experience
• School Certificate
• Bachelor’s Degree in Adult Education or any related field in Education or Social Science.
• Master’s degree in Adult Education or any related field in Education or Social Science.
• At least five years relevant professional experience preferably in an educational institution.

Job Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Adult Education

Job Experience Requirements: At least five years

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
Candidates meeting the above specifications should send their application letters, curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates and names and contact details of three (3) referees (for accounting jobs, two (2) referees should be professionals in the area of Accountancy), to the registrar@zaou.ac.zm  or by post to:
The Registrar
Zambian Open University
Newfoundland Campus
Unity Road, Off Mumbwa Road, P.O. Box 31295
Lusaka
The deadline for submission of applications is Friday, 19th June, 2020.

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